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    I think I need no further convincing: a Shapton...

    I think I need no further convincing: a Shapton GS 1000 is definitely in my sights.

    Interesting to hear about the Shapton Pro hones - I have a 12000 which I use as my top finisher - it certainly...
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    "dishing" is the effect where from use a hone...

    "dishing" is the effect where from use a hone gets worn preferentially in the centre, i.e. "dished". Relatively soft matrix hones such as synthetic waterstones exhibit this effect in spades. ...
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    Hi Andrew, glad you're throwing your hat in -...

    Hi Andrew,

    glad you're throwing your hat in - it was a long time between drinks for the last 2 meetups!

    With regard to your hone buying dilemma, my on-paper preference (for whatever it's worth)...
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    Hi Andrew, I passed a 6/8 Invicta over your...

    Hi Andrew,

    I passed a 6/8 Invicta over your modular strop - on the nice smooth side that is - and can report that it was effective. I had just given the blade the chromox on balsa treatment and...
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    Grrr. I've tried posting pictures from 3 OSs...

    Grrr. I've tried posting pictures from 3 OSs (Mac, Win 7, Chrome/Linux) with only 1 success: I'm beginning to think my IP address must be cursed:( I'll go back and edit posts 145 and 146 to see if...
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    158339 Geoff very carefully adjusting some scales

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    Geoff very carefully adjusting some scales
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    Now we're cooking... 158337 Here's Kevin and...

    Now we're cooking...
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    Here's Kevin and Adam with Ricky and Mick way over in the background
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    A pity they're sideways:p I'm usually more...

    A pity they're sideways:p

    I'm usually more competent with images. Check back tomorrow.
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    Alright, here goes... Still doesn't %#*ing work. ...

    Alright, here goes... Still doesn't %#*ing work. I'll try again tomorrow
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    I've got some nice pictures but can't for the...

    I've got some nice pictures but can't for the life of me get them to upload..:aargh:
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    at the meet now

    at the meet now
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    All set to go? See you tomorrow then! Any...

    All set to go? See you tomorrow then!

    Any problems finding the address (135 Sydney Street, New Farm) call me on "oh four seven eight five five four two two seven". I'm hoping the car park will...
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    There should be a few cameras there on Sunday...

    There should be a few cameras there on Sunday (including mine) but if you can manage to bring a laptop that'd be great. I'm going to ask about the city council wifi when I pick up the key tomorrow -...
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    Hi Adam, yes, all is in readiness as a mad...

    Hi Adam,
    yes, all is in readiness as a mad scientist once said :) I just checked with the library and we're confirmed for Sunday the 2nd March 1:30 to 4:30 or so - or whenever we tire of it. ...
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    Hi Andrew, I reckon we've got me, Kevinred,...

    Hi Andrew, I reckon we've got me, Kevinred, yourself, MickR, Havachat45 as definite attenders. Plus I think, Ricky, Str8Raz0r, Adam G and I'm sure a few others. Lookin' forward to it!
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    No worries Kevin, I could pick you up and drop...

    No worries Kevin, I could pick you up and drop you off. Give me a PM and we can work out the details.
    Mike
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    OK with me Kevin. So he's been using that old...

    OK with me Kevin. So he's been using that old Bengall we honed up the afternoon you popped over to my place? I'm glad it works!
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    Kevin, I'm looking forward to seeing your "no mo"...

    Kevin, I'm looking forward to seeing your "no mo" look :hmmm:

    You might find the extra hollows work well on the upper lip area - as opposed to the heavier grinds like the Bismarck

    Mike
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    Yeah, it could be risky:idea: You've just...

    Yeah, it could be risky:idea: You've just happened to have bought razors by two of the most desirable makers in the book!

    Just a joke Andrew, we're all pretty reliable here and in any case I'm...
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    Sorry mate, as you said the 2nd is the date; I...

    Sorry mate, as you said the 2nd is the date; I should have said a fortnight from the coming Sunday. Getting ahead of myself;)

    Doh! When you email one person, only one person sees your stuff-up;...
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    Nice blades Andrew; yes, bring 'em along by all...

    Nice blades Andrew; yes, bring 'em along by all means.

    You know, I'm really impressed by the prospects for our little get together, a real buzz seems to be building. Less than a fortnight to go!
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    OK Andrew, you win! Good coffee beats instant...

    OK Andrew, you win! Good coffee beats instant any day. Bring your machine; the meeting room has a sink and counter area and there shouldn't be any problem setting up.
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    Hi all, good news: I've just firmed in the room...

    Hi all, good news: I've just firmed in the room hire for Sunday the 2nd March, starting at 1:30 PM.

    When you apply for the room hire you have to describe what your group is all about so they can...
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    Re what Mick raised: there's hot water and a...

    Re what Mick raised: there's hot water and a fridge but someone will have to bring tea, coffee and milk. I could volunteer to do that and collect a small contribution from everyone - $2 coin or...
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    Hi Ed, you've got two right: Mick and James - the...

    Hi Ed, you've got two right: Mick and James - the pi tatt is a dead giveaway. The two guys with glasses [in the 2011 meet up I mean] are Sam (younger bloke with shaved head on the left) and myself...
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